Ridley Defense Blog
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Blog by Ridley Defense for news about the firm and information about criminal defense in Ventura, CA. Blog comprised of criminal defense-related news, articles and current events. Ridley Defense strives to help our criminal defense clients understand what could be done to fight their charges and move forward in life.
Ridley Defense Blog
1w ago
Separating Fact from Fact and Fiction Domestic violence cases are often complex and emotionally charged. In the absence of clear physical evidence, witness testimony can play a crucial role in determining the truth and ensuring a just outcome. However, not all witness statements are created equal. Ridley Defense understands the importance of evaluating witness testimony ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
4M ago
What to Say - and Not to Say When Speaking with the Police When you are pulled over by the police, they will often ask you if you have been drinking. This can be a frightening question, especially if you are worried you might be over the legal limit. Admitting to an officer you have ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
4M ago
The Consequences for Providing Officers with False Information Interaction with the police can lead to an arrest, criminal charges, and a possible conviction. If you are being questioned by police, it is normal to be scared. Feeling fear and pressure, you might not be able to think clearly. At that moment, you might feel the ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
5M ago
Why You Should Retain a Lawyer Before Talking to the Police Prior to custodial interrogation, an officer is required to read you your Miranda rights. If you are taken into custody, you will be informed that you have the right to remain silent and that anything you say can and will be used against you ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
5M ago
Know Your Rights When Filming the Police Many people are uncertain whether they are legally allowed to film the police during a traffic stop or investigation. While the vast majority of interactions with law enforcement are uneventful, some can become escalated. Filming the incident can help keep officers accountable and help to bring about change ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
11M ago
What You Need to Know About Drunk Driving Arrest and Conviction Rates Driving under the influence is a commonly charged crime in Ventura County and statewide. Ventura County, however, tends to heavily penalize more individuals than many other counties in the state. If you are charged with a DUI or related offense, you need to ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
11M ago
Strategies to Shorten Your Time in Custody About one-third of people in jail cells across the nation serve time before they are convicted of a crime because they can’t make bail, according to the Prison Policy Institutes. In California, the average bail amount for crimes is about $50,000, an amount that many cannot reach. Even ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
11M ago
What You Need to Know About Drug Charges in California Upon conviction, drug charges carry with them serious penalties. Depending on the offense, it could mean the loss of your job, your rights, and your freedom. An attorney can help you understand your legal options, including how to fight the charges and get the best ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
11M ago
Why You May Not Want to Discuss Your Child’s Case with Them As a parent, you want to protect your children. But helping to protect your children may include not discussing their case. Only a few states recognize parent-child privilege, therefore you might be compelled to testify against your child about a criminal offense. At ..read more
Ridley Defense Blog
11M ago
What to Know About Qualifying for Mental Health Diversion in California Recognizing the mental health crisis that is happening across the United States, California courts implemented a diversion program. The program allows individuals who have a diagnosable mental health condition to enter diversion in lieu of a criminal sentence. However, not all mental health conditions ..read more